Meet Chef Kim! Kimberly Hodgdon’s culinary journey is unique. Once a stockbroker and tech professional, she found her calling in food and hospitality. This was not just a career change; it was a lifestyle shift believing that great food and the outdoors create unforgettable connections.

In 2020, Kimberly and her husband moved to Seattle. During the pandemic, she bonded with neighbors over bourbon and beach meals. Cooking at Alki Beach fire pits with fresh market finds revealed her passion for open-fire cooking.

Determined to master it, Kimberly spent a year in Austin learning BBQ, smoking, and live-fire techniques. Afterward, she launched High-Concept Picnic, turning her love for outdoor cooking into immersive culinary experiences.

Now, through High-Concept Picnic, Kimberly fuses fire-kissed flavors with art and nature, creating events where guests engage, connect, and celebrate. From adventure dining to corporate retreats, each event unites people through food and the outdoors.

Ready to gather around the fire? Let’s create something unforgettable!